Are mini sweet peppers OK on a keto diet?

Yes, mini sweet peppers are great for the keto diet in moderation. They’re lower in carbs than regular bell peppers and full of flavor. One mini pepper has about 1 gram of net carbs, so they work well as part of low carb appetizer recipes like these Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers.

Can I make stuffed mini peppers in an air fryer?

Absolutely! These Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers turn out amazing in the air fryer. Just fill them, pop them in at 350°F, and cook for 8–10 minutes. The cheese gets bubbly, the peppers get tender, and cleanup’s a breeze. It’s one of the fastest ways to cook Air Fryer Cream Cheese snacks.

What meat works best for stuffed mini peppers?

You can use shredded chicken for Cream Cheese Chicken Stuffed Peppers, or ground sausage for a spicier Sausage Stuffed Mini Peppers version. Both mix perfectly with the cream cheese and turn these into filling Healthy Dinner Recipes or party food favorites.

Keto Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers That’ll Vanish Faster

Keto Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Pepper Recipe

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These keto-friendly Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers are perfect as snacks, appetizers, or quick low-carb meals. You can bake, grill, or air fry them. They’re easy to prep, full of flavor, and made with simple ingredients like cream cheese, shredded cheese, and sweet mini peppers. Great for meal prep, game day, or healthy dinner sides.

Author: Jane Summerfield
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
Category: Appetizer, Snack
Method: Baked, Grilled, Air Fried
Cuisine: American, Keto, Low-Carb

Ingredients

15–20 Mini Sweet Peppers
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Add-ins:

1/2 cup cooked shredded chicken (for Cream Cheese Chicken Stuffed Peppers)
1/2 cup cooked ground sausage (for Sausage Stuffed Mini Peppers)
Chopped jalapeños, bacon bits, green onions

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (or air fryer to 350°F).
Wash Mini Peppers, cut in half lengthwise, remove seeds and ribs.
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Add in meat or mix-ins if using.
Spoon or pipe the mixture into pepper halves.
Bake for 15–20 minutes, or air fry for 8–10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days.
Works great with turkey or vegetarian stuffing too.
For smoky flavor, try Grilled Peppers With Cream Cheese.
Make a big batch for Party Finger Food trays or Stuffed Sweet Mini Peppers Appetizers.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 140 Sugar: 3g Sodium: 210mg Fat: 11g Saturated Fat: 6g Unsaturated Fat: 4g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 4g Fiber: 1g Protein: 5g Cholesterol: 25mg

Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-stuffed-mini-peppers-with-cream-cheese/